Strange Stories From A Chinese Studio.

Summary

In a village, Huang Sheng, a noble-born man, encounters a monk who challenges his ambition and generosity. The monk proposes a mysterious deal involving sending money to the underworld, testing Huang's willingness to fully commit. Huang hesitates and only partially follows the monk's instructions, revealing his miserly nature. The monk predicts Huang will achieve only a secondary rank in imperial examinations, which ultimately comes true. The story explores themes of opportunity, spiritual growth, and the consequences of lacking complete trust and generosity.

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